Tag: oldham
Making History at Oldham Archives
Join our behind-the-scenes tour at Oldham Archives and find out about how we care for the collections.
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Werneth Park Walk
Explore the story of one of Oldham’s historic parks and its links to the Lees and Platt families.
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Guided Walk around the Commonwealth War Graves at Royton Cemetery
Join expert guides from the Royal British Legion to learn about the Commonwealth War Graves in Royton Cemetery.
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George Street Chapel Tours
Uncover more than 200 years of history at the world’s first purpose-built Independent Methodist Chapel.
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Walking Tour of Historic Royton
Learn about the historic buildings of Royton on this guided walk for Oldham Histories Festival.
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240 Years of Tommyfield
Join Dr Deb Woodman for a deep dive into the history of Tommyfield Market.
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Open Days at Holy Trinity Church Dobcross
Enjoy a self-guided tour of the historic Holy Trinity Church in Dobcross.
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Greengate Jamia Masjid Mosque Open Day
Learn about the history behind the first mosque built in Oldham on this Oldham Histories Festival open day.
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Past to Present – Guided Heritage Walk with Northern Roots Heritage Champions
Explore the history of the Northern Roots site on this guided heritage walk for Oldham Histories Festival.
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Gallery Talk: Oldham Panorama
Uncover the story of the panorama photograph of Oldham taken by Squire Knott in 1876.
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Archives Display: 90 Years On – Oldham and the Spanish Civil War
Uncover the story of Charles Armitage, one of 10 men who left Oldham to fight in the Spanish Civil War.
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Women Portraits: Trades & Professions
New exhibition Women Portraits: Trades & Professions brings visibility to the often-overlooked contributions of women to professions historically dominated by men.
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